Obituary: Verne Horton
Verne R. Horton of Carson City, Nevada passed away at his residence on October 19, 2020. He was born February 1, 1941 in Los Angeles, CA and is survived by loving and devoted wife of 23 years, Brenda; sons Sean and Scott, daughter Debra, 5 grandchildren and brother, Jim Horton.
As a young man Verne joined the US Navy, in 1960 and served as a draftsman until 1965. He moved to Nevada in the early 1990’s and became quite active in the community of Carson City. Passionate about art and design, Verne became a graphic artist and designed various license plates and signage for the State of Nevada.
He also designed the current Nevada State Flag and his artistic watercolors can be located and admired throughout the city. He was steadfast on his views toward effective and efficient planned growth of the city and so it was no surprise that he became a member and eventually Chairman of the Carson City Planning Commission. He also served with the Carson Historical District Commission and a Board Member of the Nevada Railroad Museum.
Verne was a member of the Fleet Reserve Association, Sierra-Tahoe Branch #137 and served as President for two years followed by a year as Vice President. He was also an active member of the local Vietnam Veterans of America, and the American Legion, Post 56. As a member of the Northern Nevada All Veterans Honor Guard he served as a Bosin Piper, and Rifle Team Commander.
Upon retirement he enjoyed woodworking and became quite the avid wood craftsman. His handcrafted gifts of love are in the homes of many that will be forever cherished.
He was a generous, kind and intelligent man always looking for ways to contribute and his advice was full of experience or an encouraging word. He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.
Memorial Services with full Military Honors will be held November 21, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Autumn Funeral Home, 1575 N Lompa Lane, Carson City and on November 24, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 14 Veterans Way, Fernley, NV.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Gold Dust West in Carson City immediately following the memorial service on November 21, 2020. RSVP is requested to Joyce Jackson (209) 740-5627 by November 13, 2020.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate your donation to the Northern Nevada All Veteran Honor Guard, c/o James Jackson, Cmdr. 801 Autumn Court, Dayton, NV 89403.